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Author: Cara Anderson
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Alaric

Blackthorn territory stretches before us, its dense forests shadowed under overcast skies. Through our enhanced bond, I feel Sage's unease warring with determination as we approach the border.

"We should expect resistance," Garrett warns, scanning the treeline. "Entering another Alpha's territory without permission..."

"Cassius forfeited any rights to protocol when he tried to kill my mate. Besides, I don’t buy for one minute that Alpha Sloan had no idea what his son was up to. He’ll submit to his king or pay the fucking consequences!" Power ripples through my words. The warriors behind us shift in response, ready for conflict.

Sage's hand finds mine, her touch carrying calm through our bond. "We're not here for war," she reminds me. "We need evidence, not blood."

She's right, but my beast bristles at the memory of her collapsed form, of poison burning through her veins. Through our bond, she feels my struggle and sends back understanding mixed with resolve.

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Cara Anderson

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my question exactly
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He's the king, he rules over all of them, why will he need permission to be in any pack he has all the rights
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